The course will comprise an introduction to aspects of human biology with an emphasis on the interaction of organ systems such as brain, heart and lungs, digestive and endocrine with some of the major concerns of our lives including sex, diet, exercise and disease. The program assumes no previous qualifications in biology. Topics discussed may include: sex and reproduction, infection and immunity, exercise and use of energy, brain and consciousness and the biology of weight regulation.

This course is an excellent one for students interested in medical sciences and intending to pursue later courses in physiology, neuroscience and immunology.

Assessment will be based on:

• Reports and assignments (50%; LO 1-5)
• Written exam (50%; LO 1-3)

Three lectures per week, and up to 30 hours of laboratory and tutorial sessions.

None. However, students who intend to continue studies in biochemistry and molecular biology in second and third year should do CHEM1101 and CHEM 1201, as they are prerequisites for many later year courses offered by the Research School of Biology.